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Hawaii governor declares July as Toxic Injury Awareness and Education Month

Susie Collins — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 03:15:37 +0000

Hawaii proclaims July as Toxic Injury and Education Month; Multiple Chemical Sensitivity activists plan sign-waving event at state capitol for July 28. Related posts:MCS Awareness Month in Florida:...

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The aftermath of the fire in Ookala

Susie Collins — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:55:59 +0000

In the days following my neighbor's house fire, I have discovered gems of protection and compassion from unexpected places. Related posts:Fire in Ookala! My neighbor's house caught fire Thursday...

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Fire in Ookala!

Susie Collins — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 17:56:12 +0000

My neighbor's house caught fire Thursday evening, shooting flames about 20-30 feet high, reaching out in the breeze in the direction of my home less than 40 feet away. Talk about an adrenaline...

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BP blowout cleanup workers are getting sick

Susie Collins — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 01:58:11 +0000

BP blowout cleanup workers are getting sick; Exxon Valdez survivor warns of long term health effects, and an activist chemist currently on site in the Gulf reports on current illnesses in BP cleanup...

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Ask the Canary

Susie Collins — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 02:20:40 +0000

Does Multiple Chemical Sensitivity have anything to do with the sense of smell? Related posts:Predictions of Multiple Chemical Sensitivity mechanism confirmed by Roman study The physiological...

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Predictions of Multiple Chemical Sensitivity mechanism confirmed by Roman study

Susie Collins — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:00:50 +0000

The physiological mechanism for Multiple Chemical Sensitivity proposed by biochemist Martin L. Pall has been confirmed with the recent findings of an independent research group in Rome. Related...

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Celebrating independence: You’re doing it wrong!

Susie Collins — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 21:10:27 +0000

My annual commentary on 4th of July fireworks. Related posts:Gulf Coast: Grab your respirators! RT America reports on health problems in the Gulf caused by chemical fumes from crude... Kindra...

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Gulf Coast: Grab your respirators!

Susie Collins — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 20:12:24 +0000

RT America reports on health problems in the Gulf caused by chemical fumes from crude oil and dispersant originating from BP oil well blowout. Related posts:Kindra Arnesen speaks out on lack of...

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The poisoning has begun

Susie Collins — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 11:21:00 +0000

By guestblogger Jacki Palmer-Boyce. Thursday evening we found a voice message left by the owner of the land next to ours saying they would be spraying ROUND UP and select herbicides sometime on...

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This weekend, let’s all send a message to Oprah about Multiple Chemical Sensitivity

Susie Collins — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 11:00:24 +0000

A message from Monique van den Broek, Netherlands: On July 3 and 4, let's ALL tell Oprah about Multiple Chemical Sensitivity! Related posts:Metamorphosis inside Multiple Chemical Sensitivity By...

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The long journey home

Susie Collins — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 21:27:17 +0000

By guestblogger Kate Goldfield. Common Scents: Adventures with Autism and Chemical Sensitivity is a memoir I wrote about my experiences living in eight cities over two years, searching for safe...

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Kindra Arnesen speaks out on lack of respirators for oil well blowout “clean up” crew

Susie Collins — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 05:25:31 +0000

Kindra Arnesen, whose husband was made ill during his work on "clean up" efforts in the gulf, speaks out about the harsh realities in the impact zone. Related posts:A timeline of health horrors...

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Danish report explores Multiple Chemical Sensitivity policy in 11 European countries

Susie Collins — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 01:36:49 +0000

By guestblogger Harry Clark, President, MCS Society of Australia. Here is the English translation of a Danish report on MCS policy in 11 European countries. Related posts:What is the ICD-10 and...

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A timeline of health horrors caused by the BP oil well blow out

Susie Collins — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:16 +0000

We all knew it was only a matter of time before cases of Multiple Chemical Sensitivity were reported by people exposed to the toxic fumes in the Gulf. Related posts:Anatomy of a toxic chemical...

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It’s time to take The Canary Report to the next level!

Susie Collins — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 01:29:54 +0000

The Canary Report will experience some growing pains over the next month as we upgrade our website and expand our services! Related posts:Change is here at The Canary Report! With a new theme...

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The myth of a “safe place”

Susie Collins — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:27:30 +0000

By contributor Kimberly Shaw. I have come to a personal conclusion through research, interviewing others with MCS, and my own personal experience, that there is no such thing as a totally "safe...

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Photo request for collage project

Susie Collins — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:05:11 +0000

By contributor Eva Caballé, Spain. Call for photos for project entitled “Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Uncovered." Related posts:MCS Awareness Month in Spain: Greenpeace photo contest A group of...

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Who’s chirping about Multiple Chemical Sensitivity?

Susie Collins — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:56:50 +0000

Some info and links I've found recently about MCS. Related posts:Who’s chirping about Multiple Chemical Sensitivity? Here's what some members of our Canary Report community are up...

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Open tabs

Susie Collins — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 23:34:20 +0000

Here are some websites and stories I've been reading this week. Related posts:Open tabs A few of the websites and news stories I've been reading this week. ... Open tabs Reports and pages I've been...

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CNN investigative report Toxic America with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to rebroadcast tonight and tomorrow

Susie Collins — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:17:09 +0000

The two-part CNN investigation "Toxic America" with Dr. Sanjay Gupta will rebroadcast tonight and tomorrow night, Sat & Sun, June 5 & 6, at 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Check listings in...

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Ask the Canary

Susie Collins — Sat, 29 May 2010 11:47:53 +0000

My items stored at a controlled storage unit have been contaminated with mothball fumes! What should I do? Related posts:Ask the Canary Paint used in new house remodeling project has me sick:...

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It’s MCS Awareness Month! Are you still spreading the word?

Susie Collins — Thu, 27 May 2010 23:17:43 +0000

By guestblogger Lourdes Salvador, MCS America. Spread the word! May is MCS Awareness Month! Are you still spreading the word and wearing yellow? Related posts:Preparing for MCS Awareness Month,...

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MCS and the search for a safe community

Susie Collins — Mon, 24 May 2010 10:30:40 +0000

By contributor Keith Carlson, RN, and Mary Rives. Based on our research and experience thus far, our conclusion is that intentional communities are not a safe bet for those with MCS and...

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Multiple Chemical Sensitivity again featured on popular TV show in Spain

Susie Collins — Sun, 16 May 2010 04:06:12 +0000

By contributor Eva Caballé, Spain. Here's another Multiple Chemical Sensitivity report done by Telecinco, one of the most important national TV channels in Spain. This report includes English...

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Analysis shows top-selling fragrance products contain secret chemicals never assessed for safety

Susie Collins — Fri, 14 May 2010 06:37:31 +0000

President’s Cancer Panel Report highlights threat from endocrine-disrupting chemicals; many found in new fragrance study. Related posts:New website launched on fragrance-free living New website...

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